text: If you have a medical emergency, call 911. To find a patient, call (615) 322-5000. The Vanderbilt Emergency Department offers 24/7 care to thousands of patients each year. We are Nashvilles only academic medical center with a Level 1 Trauma Center, Burn Center, Stroke Center and Lifeflight service. Directions to the ER. Specialty Services. Trauma Care. Trauma patients arriving at Vanderbilt alive have a 95% chance of survival. Our expert care can make the difference between life and death. We are the only adult and pediatric Level 1 trauma center in Middle Tennessee, offering the most advanced emergency care available. Burn Care. The Vanderbilt Burn Center is a Level 1 unit, offering the highest level of burn care possible. Stroke Care. Our Comprehensive Stroke Center earns the highest level of distinction for stroke care. Heart Care.